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Used '08 Pathfinder SE V8 2WD
Kdubnyaya, 11/02/2010
2008 Nissan Pathfinder SE-V8 4dr SUV (5.6L 8cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
We have a baby on the way and needed to upgrade from a Scion TC. My family only buys Nissan and have loved them. Her Pathfinder is really nice. It has 42K on it and has no squeaks or rattles. The 310 HP and 388 FT/LB Torque you can feel when the gas pedal is dropped to the floor. Just running around town in rush hour traffic it is getting 15.6 mpg. Which for a big V8 is to be expected. We bought an extended warranty that last for 3 YR or 36,000 miles. Will cost $50 for any issues that we have and Oil Changes are 50% off. Incredible vehicle and because it is a Nissan we will enjoy it for years to come.
City and off road beast
funtodrive, 03/02/2008
2008 Nissan Pathfinder SE 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
The truck drives great, both in the city and on dirt/gravel paths. The interior flexibility of the third and second row seats are nice. For even more additional room the front passenger seat lays flat as well. This truck contains a V6 4.0L, runs smooth and the cabin noise is relatively quite on the highway.
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Pathfinder LE "08"
AJ, 07/02/2007
2008 Nissan Pathfinder LE 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Fantastic machine, a computer on wheels; the navigation is all one could ask for and works better than most I've seen. The driver interface with the car works well (voice interface) and is state of the art. Drove the Highlander, Envoy Denali, Saturn Outlook, and decided on Nissan for both looks and ride. So far mileage has been better than manufacturer specs.
Great SUV - lots of power
William, 09/05/2007
2008 Nissan Pathfinder SE-V8 4dr SUV 4WD (5.6L 8cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Got the V8 4x4. Love the look and power, the V8 is very strong. 3rd row feature is very cool. Just got back from a road trip of 1000 miles and the SUV performed very well. The newly designed on board screen is great too. 18" look great. Steering wheel radio commands are very useful too. Mileage is actually pretty good for a V8: I get about 19mpg on freeway. Lots of features for the price.
Great SUV For The Money
simon, 07/07/2007
2008 Nissan Pathfinder SE 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I was looking at the Lexus RX 350 for months along with other SUVs but I finally decided to get the 2008 SE Pathfinder. After looking at options and the price of the 08 Pathfinder I figured I could not go wrong with this purchase. There is a big difference between the 08 to the 07 so don't be fooled. I got the SE loaded out with the leather package and premium sound. I also got tint thrown in and went with the extended warranty with tire replacement. I have had it for about a week and love the car and the ride. If you get an SE model, make sure you get a cargo mat, the rubber tends to scratch up easily.
2008 Pathfinder SE V6 4X2
momof3, 09/10/2007
2008 Nissan Pathfinder SE 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Bought a 2008 Pathfinder SE V6 4x2 on Friday night. Very easy for me to drive (I'm 5' tall) and my husband has no problems and he's a foot taller. The adjustable pedals and power driver's seat help with both of us driving this vehicle. It has tons of seating configurations. The front passenger seat folds flat if you get the cloth option, but won't fold flat with the leather option. Good for us because we buy long pieces of PVC and lumber on occasion. If you have small kids (our youngest is 5), step rails help immensely (and they help me being so short) with getting in and out of the Pathfinder. Overall, very happy!!
Initial Gas Mileage, Etc.
ohlode, 10/26/2007
2008 Nissan Pathfinder S 4dr SUV 4WD (4.0L 6cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
The only thing that I was hesitant about prior to purchase was the poor mileage reports for the Pathfinder, both V6 and V8. My 2008 Pathfinder S 4x4, 4.0L V6 automatic after the first 3 tanks averaged 18.2 mpg in the city. This is what the in-dash computer was telling me but I didn't believe it until I crunched the numbers after each fillup. Much better than I expected. This is in-town driving with maybe 10 to 20% expressway. I'm fairly light-footed and you can tell a difference if you put your foot into it but I'm not nursing it either. This is a superb SUV for the money.
Love it!
newride75, 03/05/2008
2008 Nissan Pathfinder SE-V8 4dr SUV (5.6L 8cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Traded my '04 Envoy XL for PF SE V8 and absolutely love it! Didn't want to leave GMC, but their replacement (Acadia) is way overpriced and not appealing. The PF looks better, is a better ride, and has plenty of room for 3 toddler seats and 1 infant car seat. The V8 is very powerful and accelerates quickly. Standard features are great, and the option packages (Premium and Side Airbags) were all we needed. I haven't had any transmission or shifting concerns with 4,500 miles on this PF.
Pathfinder Is A Solid Vehicle!
Nissaned, 04/04/2008
2008 Nissan Pathfinder SE 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
It's a fun car to drive. The 3rd row seating is good if your riders are small kids. Do not try to pack granny or teenagers in the 3rd row. Also, there is limited leg room in the 2nd seat. But everything else about this vehicle is great. It is extremely responsive both in acceleration and manueverability. And it is a very comfortable road car. The only real drawback about this vehicle is that (I didn't do my homework) it requires premium gasoline. Oh, it will run "ok" on mid-range - but it's worth pointing out. It's otherwise a solid car and I would buy another one. Oh yes, spend the extra money and get the sunroof. It will be even more fun to drive.
Nice contrast to a Toyota 4Runner
-c, 04/07/2008
2008 Nissan Pathfinder SE-V8 4dr SUV (5.6L 8cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Traded in an '04 T4R Sport with a V8 for this and I'm very happy. Having two T4Rs ('00 + '04) I was wary getting a Nissan but it's been a blast (so far). The V8 is extremely powerful yet is very thirsty (13-14 mpg in mixed driving) and likes premium fuel. Thankfully I have a very short commute. Interior is nicely laid out. Love the premium package features (back-up cam), stereo sounds good, iPod hook-up, automatic 4x4, dual-zone AC, etc. However, heated side mirrors should not be only for the leather pkg. Lame. Handles well but the T4R with X-REAS handled much better in turns. I too have the problems w/ the power seat controls getting touched while exiting the truck. It's a p.i.t.a.
It's been great!!!
Canuck 4WD, 08/17/2020
2008 Nissan Pathfinder SE 4dr SUV 4WD (4.0L 6cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I bought my 2008 Pathfinder when it was 3 years old with 72,000 km on it. It has been a great vehicle! Fun to drive. Decent on gas, for a vehicle of it's size. It did a great job of towing. Lots of room for people and things. Sure, the third row seating doesn't offer a lot of room, but came in handy when we needed extra seats with seatbelts for a short ride. It is now 12 years old with approx 286,000 km and is starting to experience the things that come with the age and stage so I'm not complaining. Sadly is has just been written off as a result of extensive hail damage. I'm really going to miss this vehicle. My favourites so far were my 1987 Honda Accord (drove that one for 19 years), my 1997 Pathfinder and now the 2008 Pathfinder. I love the rugged look of this machine and am choked that the newer Pathfinders have all switched to crossovers. A lot of owners of this generation of Pathfinder feel the same way. I'll say it again "It's been great!"
- Safety
- Technology
- Performance
- Interior
- Comfort
- Reliability
- Value
What happend to the pathfinder?
patty no more, 01/12/2010
2008 Nissan Pathfinder LE-V8 4dr SUV 4WD (5.6L 8cyl 5A)
1 of 3 people found this review helpful
I have owed 3 Nissans. My first was a 2000 LE pathfinder and this was the best of the the 3. Sturdy, off road, luxury..had everything. I owned my 2000 for 9 yrs no problems. I made a mistake getting an 08 fully loaded v8 LE pathfinder. It squeaked rattled and steering and handling was horrible. I felt every bump in the steering wheel and I took off road once .big mistake. It rattled horribly in the frame, door panels everything. They turned the pathfinder into a soccer moms minivan! I traded in the v8 patty for a new 2010 off road xterra. Much sturdier vehicle (less rattles) but has no options. Too bad the xterra doesn't have the options of the pathfinder. It would be a perfect SUV!
Radiator / Trans Problem
joeferr1, 10/23/2011
2008 Nissan Pathfinder SE 4dr SUV 4WD (4.0L 6cyl 5A)
6 of 83 people found this review helpful
I like the Engine Power of SUV no Question ask. But when I read all the BAD REVIEW on this SUV, I feel very BAD. The RADIATOR problem for this vehicle the way they made it design flow. What I did to my TRANS hose that connect to the bottom of the radiator, I Disconnected & Bi-pass the hose & connect to trans Cooler. I thick the Nissan installed the VERY BAD R A D I A T O R...
Excellent truck, now with great gadgets
Marc, 06/06/2007
2008 Nissan Pathfinder LE 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5A)
1 of 33 people found this review helpful
I traded up from a 2005 Pathfinder, which I was always impressed with. I wanted the new features (Bluetooth, Intelligent Key, backup camera, Music Box, better navigation with touch screen, voice commands and traffic) added in the 2008 model. The powerful V6 has always been my favorite feature, and my last Pathfinder proved very reliable and versatile. The gadgets are great, but I'm disappointed that MP3s can't be loaded into the Music Box. Otherwise, I find the Pathfinder to be perfect vehicle.
Great features but needs engine work
smrftte76, 08/09/2008
2008 Nissan Pathfinder SE 4dr SUV 4WD (4.0L 6cyl 5A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I've been reading everyone's reviews about the engine clunking at around 40 mph and I'm having that same problem with my vehicle, I'm afraid that this car isn't gonna last too long with the engine being the way it is, they need to recall this year vehicle, I knew I should've bought a Toyota but I wanted something with more power which this vehicle has as well as great features but if the engine isn't gonna last that long, I'm trading it in for a Toyota, I know Toyotas last a long time as far as the engine goes.
Love it!
GC, 09/23/2008
2008 Nissan Pathfinder LE 4dr SUV 4WD (4.0L 6cyl 5A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I've owned it about 6 months and put 16,000 miles on it. It has been an excellent ride and problem free. I got the loaded version and it has been totally worth it. The voice recognition works really well and the navigation system is excellent. I didn't realize that I would like the keyless feature as much as I have. I've gotten so lazy that it now irritates me to have to get my key out when I drive my other car. It has a lot of nice touches both inside and out and I have absolutely no buyer remorse!
2nd Time Around
patricio, 01/13/2009
2008 Nissan Pathfinder LE-V8 4dr SUV 4WD (5.6L 8cyl 5A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This is my 6th Nissan/Datsun and my 2nd Pathfinder, In just a few short months I have managed to put on approx. 3000 miles and have driven in some of the worst winter driving conditions I can remember. I had the opportunity to drive from Northern Alberta through the Rockies to Vancouver shortly after I took delivery of my new Pathfinder. The V8 power, all wheel drive and luxury appointments made for a great trip and despite the blinding snowstorm and icy conditions it was a very reassuring knowing I was driving a Pathfinder. No problems and the handling was excellent along the way. I can hardly wait until summer. By the way gas mileage was above my expectations as was price vs value.
Nice
Jackwebb182, 04/03/2009
2008 Nissan Pathfinder SE 4dr SUV 4WD (4.0L 6cyl 5A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Love it.. I wish it had heated seats like the Honda Pilot though. It looks good and drives great. A little unstable in high winds. Controls are positioned rather oddly.
Major Problems and Nissan Not Helping
amandathibault, 10/25/2009
2008 Nissan Pathfinder S 4dr SUV 4WD (4.0L 6cyl 5A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I bought my pathfinder brand new. I put the first miles on this Pathfinder. Within the first few months I noticed that the paint was starting to flake in some areas. Now a year later and fighting with Nissan I have paint missing on 10 panels of the Pathfinder. Also when I went for them to do their so called "paint test" they treated me with disrespect and sexist. I requested to watch while they did this paint test and they pulled paint off my Pathfinder and told me it wasn't enough to qualify for a warranty defect. So I hope Nissan will read this and try to make it right. One other problem I have had is my left turn sign does not turn off once I make the turn.
It works
Raymond, 10/28/2009
2008 Nissan Pathfinder SE 4dr SUV 4WD (4.0L 6cyl 5A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Purchased a new 2008 pathfinder one year ago. Towing with the V6 engine is better than expected and is better than the V8 in other SUV I have owned. The ride is quite and comfortable. At 6'4" head room is ok, better than most other SUV's. Sound system is very good. Heated seats could use more setting than high and low. MPG is acceptable considering it will tow 6000 lbs. Looked at a lot of SUV's and Crossovers. For the money the Pathfinder's towing, headroom,interior comfort and overall performance has made it a good deal. A year after buying a Pathfinder I have no regrets.
I like my Pathfinder
rochrandy, 03/26/2010
2008 Nissan Pathfinder SE 4dr SUV 4WD (4.0L 6cyl 5A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I have owned three Xterras, 2000, 2002, & 2004. I decided to step up to the Pathfinder. Bought it Memorial Day 2008. I have 18000 miles on it with zero problems. I pull a small trailer and the Pathfinder handles it very well. I feel that I got my money's worth when I purchased it.
Do Your Research
Mike, 06/26/2010
2008 Nissan Pathfinder SE-V8 4dr SUV 4WD (5.6L 8cyl 5A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Have not had any problems until recently; 4wd and ecu, fuel pump, etc. We think this is due to the beefy 4wd and transfer casing on this model taken from the Titan/armada. Working fine one day and then 12+ error codes on the diagnostic the next. It is probably not Nissan itself, but Rather the ecu unit malfunctioning. Personally, I find this car to be solid, well-built and stylish for the category. It's no escalade or Land Rover, but performs better where it counts. Buy a warranty on any vehicle that has a "new" anything for a model year. We got the gold-preferred, so 99.9% of the car is covered, and we did this because this was the first v8 year. Glad we did.
Beware of this vehicle
dtbaj, 02/28/2008
2008 Nissan Pathfinder LE 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
The quality under the hood is not there. Transmission is rough and a/c fan causes a vibration to go through the entire vehicle when sitting still. Nissan blew this one and so did we when we purchased the vehicle.
Tow vehicle
mtngto, 07/24/2007
2008 Nissan Pathfinder SE-V8 4dr SUV 4WD (5.6L 8cyl 5A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I purchased this V8 vehicle to tow a covered trailer, ~3500 lbs thru mountains. Initial trip saw 14 MPG overall, with excellent power (acceleration and cruising), braking, and stability. Very comfortable (front seats). Very manueverable (vs Armada). Negatives: cramped rear seating, noisy cooling fan, rear squat (no air suspension option as on Armada). Also, folding middle center seat interferes with opening center console, also conceals rear air controls. However, overall very pleased, and exceeded my expectations.
Another Great SUV
billcinva, 09/18/2007
2008 Nissan Pathfinder LE 4dr SUV 4WD (4.0L 6cyl 5A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This LE replaced my 2005 SE Off Road. I went to all the bells and whistles. The nav, music box, and bluetooth are great! Been fun to drive as always, the LE ride is smoother then my old one. I also like the option of auto 4 wheel or shift on the fly. This is my 2nd pathfinder and I think the quality is there!!
Great to drive
billc, 09/06/2007
2008 Nissan Pathfinder LE 4dr SUV 4WD (4.0L 6cyl 5A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This is my second Pathfinder, my first was the 05 "off road" model. This time I upgraded to the LE with nav. So far it's been nothing but fun to drive.
Great SUV with affordable price tag
Dan B., 10/08/2007
2008 Nissan Pathfinder LE-V8 4dr SUV 4WD (5.6L 8cyl 5A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
After giving the Pathfinder a thorough test drive on a cold, rainy day (hard acceleration, hard braking, cornering, lane changing, U turn etc.) I decided to trade in my Lexus RX 330. Since my other car is a Z, I wanted to still have good performance with 4x4 capabilities. After taking the Pathfinder to the mountains on the weekend Im even happier with my decision. The engine is powerful and responsive. The suspension provides a comfortable ride. The view of the road is excellent. The sound system is great. The cabin is quite and the instrumentation is great. I especially like the navigation system and the link to live traffic. All in all a most excellent vehicle.
I love my Pathfinder
starultra, 08/16/2007
2008 Nissan Pathfinder LE 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Nissan really had to step up on the design of the interior this year. Nissan has always designed a beautiful car and SUV but when you open the doors you kept thinking what went wrong. This is my 3rd Pathfinder in 3 year. All I can say is that the redesign is great as well as the interior. The performance of the V6 is great! There is a lot of get up and go!
First Pathfinder
TEAdams, 09/13/2007
2008 Nissan Pathfinder S 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This not only my first Pathfinder, but my first Nissan. After ten years of driving my old '97 Dodge Dakota it was time for something new. I'm not big on gadgets, so the S trim was perfect for me. I was amazed by everything that came standard on the base model. I had to get the SLT package on my old Dakota for these features. The V6 actually produces 31 HP more than the 5.2L V8 in my Dakota and I only gave up 12 pound feet of torque. The Pathfinder is a pleasure to drive and handles great. It corners better than my old Dakota. The towing power is a major plus. 6000 Lbs is more than enought to pull my 5X8 trailer with a full load. I would buy another Pathfinder in a heartbeat.
Great SUV
Jason, 11/10/2007
2008 Nissan Pathfinder S 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I am in love with my new Pathfinder. I was torn between the Murano and the Pathfinder. The Pathfinder has so much interior room and still has tons of power when you need it.
2008 Pathfinder V8
Anthony, 03/14/2008
2008 Nissan Pathfinder LE-V8 4dr SUV 4WD (5.6L 8cyl 5A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Bought this vehicle mid 07, only problem I've had is the factory installed sat. radio was doa. Other than that every thing is working fine w/ 18000+ miles. Avg. 16 mpg, with mostly in traffic highway miles. Plenty of power, very smooth ride. Off road quite a bit, ground clearance is a limiting factor. Interior is nice, but not overly fancy. Plenty of room in the front and mid seats, I'm 6'1". Nav system is very nice, minus some features are not available when you are in motion.
Transmission shifting
buyingdummy, 03/18/2008
2008 Nissan Pathfinder S 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Bought the Pathfinder. It shifts on time, but is rough between 37 and 42 mph. Not everytime. I've had the SUV for about 2 weeks and like it otherwise. Don't consider this problem enough to reconsider.
Third Pathfinder in a Row
P. Matthew, 04/08/2008
2008 Nissan Pathfinder SE 4dr SUV 4WD (4.0L 6cyl 5A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This is my 3rd. Had an '01 (my favorite), an '05 and just picked up an '08. Was initally looking for something bigger & w/side airbags standard, but for price, value & fun-to-drive I was back to the Pathfinder. Found an SE w/ side airbags which came loaded minus the leather seats. I've had others including Cherokee and Volvo XC90 - Pathfinder has the best performance(very fast!), character, and lots of storage. Many of the materials on the '08 seem better than '05, the cabin's quieter and the wheels/tires are larger, so it's a slightly different ride. Doesn't seem to corner quite as well, but the '01 handled the best. The thick steering wheel feels just right, and the truck is easy to drive.
Transmission Woes
BadChuggle, 04/18/2008
2008 Nissan Pathfinder SE 4dr SUV 4WD (4.0L 6cyl 5A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This is my first Nissan. First off, I love the looks and design of the unit. After my first road trip with the unit 1500 miles I started experiencing the dreaded torque converter problem you will read about. It has lived at the dealer for weeks while they an Nissan diagnosed the problem. The long and short, there is no known cure for these symptoms. 30-45 MPH (5th gear) torque converter clunks with slightest variation in RPM (up and down). Worse yet is that at highway speeds (cruise on) down a hill, it happens over and over again (worse). Now 15000+ miles, can't stand to drive the truck because of the clunking. Make sure that you keep on the dealer for a fix! This condition is not right!
One bad SUV
ty goulding, 05/02/2008
2008 Nissan Pathfinder LE-V8 4dr SUV 4WD (5.6L 8cyl 5A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
It came down to the PF or 4runner. The V8 swayed me. The overall power is staggering. I love the handling and quiet interior at top speeds. I am impressed by all of the features that come with the model. I did not opt for nav, and am a bit disappointed that bluetooth was not available w/o this feature. Also dissapointed that the iPod (MP3) is a line level (dull hum introduced from speakers), and does not allow for character display on the huge screen. Vehicle performance is outstanding. Gas mileage a bit scary, but I knew what I was getting into. Hoping Bush's replacement will help us out. Like the stereo, but would be more pleased with flexibility to manipulate tones (make sub work harder.)
i think it will compete the prodo
joe, 05/01/2008
2008 Nissan Pathfinder SE 4dr SUV 4WD (4.0L 6cyl 5A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
after taking it for off road for the first time even it was smooth ride on sand the steering axcel became noisy, they fixed it, now it came again, i think it is a week point in it. other than that every thing looks good. performace is good, it was stable even on 200 km/h i dont regret having it
Transmission/windows rattle
not happy, 05/06/2008
2008 Nissan Pathfinder SE 4dr SUV 4WD (4.0L 6cyl 5A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This is our first Nissan after having two Toyotas. Big mistake for switching brands. Currently has 2,700 miles. The transmission at around 40 mph in and out of 5th gear starts bucking when you're on and off the gas. The windows rattle when they are down about 2 inches to halfway down. The service manager and Nissan engineer said they never heard of these problems before, what a joke. I showed them several of these reviews they had no comment. Everyone with any of these problems need to file a complaint with Nissan.
100% reliable so far
Dave, 05/26/2008
2008 Nissan Pathfinder S 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I had to go out and drive my Pathfinder to see what everyone is talking about vis-a-vis the transmission. Basically it clunks if you go on and off the gas when travelling around 40mph. I drive with a smooth throttle foot so I never noticed it. My wife, on the other hand, drives with a continuous throttle-on-throttle-off style so I'd imagine that she would elicit that type of transmission behavior, but she would never notice it because, well, frankly she's mechanically clueless. Thankfully I drive it 90% of the time so I don't think we'll need to replace the transmission, u-joints, or rear diff anytime soon.
Worst car in this size
ROBER, 09/27/2010
2008 Nissan Pathfinder SE 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5A)
0 of 2 people found this review helpful
In two years 5 problems, the roof leaking, solenoid, valve, airbags, battery, window and two problem with solutions. Mechanical service, Maroone of Miami is the worst thing in this matter. The final point is new car with to many problems, what's next
Ready for New Car Already
Emily, 06/29/2008
2008 Nissan Pathfinder LE 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5A)
0 of 1 people found this review helpful
I don't know why I bought it in the first place - it just had everything I needed at the time (7 passenger and still had storage room). But I've never been impressed with how it handles. Hit a pot hole and the thing feels like you could lose control. Lots of air bags and feels solid - think it would survive a crash okay. But there is something about hitting potholes. It's very roomy and I love the interior. Huge display screen is great! Only other bad thing is the gas mileage. A year ago that wasn't a problem for me. Now I'm having second thoughts. At only 16 mpg, it certainly isn't cheap.
Worse vehicle I have ever bought!
Bon, 02/25/2009
2008 Nissan Pathfinder SE 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5A)
0 of 1 people found this review helpful
I bought this vehicle after reading reviews on how good this vehicle was and on advice from other people - worse mistake I have made regarding a vehicle purchase. Picked up the car and within 35 miles the check engine light came on, took it back to the service department, they said they fixed it and 35 miles later, the check engine light was back on - stayed in the shop almost 2 weeks. Have had it home 1 month and it is back in the shop now because of some other problem. I've had this car less than 2 months and it's been in the shop more than I've had it home!!!
Not so sure worth 33k
RMallory, 02/23/2008
2008 Nissan Pathfinder SE 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5A)
0 of 1 people found this review helpful
I purchased a 2008 Nissan last October. While it has a much quieter and smoother ride than my previous SUV (a Trailblazer), I don't think it's worth the price tag I paid - my fault. The 'check engine' light came on THREE weeks after I purchased it - took dealer 2 weeks to order and replace the part. Can't quite get over this issue to enjoy the car just yet.
Maybe should have stuck with 4runner
4runner?, 03/11/2008
2008 Nissan Pathfinder SE 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5A)
0 of 1 people found this review helpful
I read lots of reviews and felt comfortable with this truck, but my transmission does the same thing as some of the others here. I wish I would have dug further. The left passenger door handle is broken (I've had the truck less than two weeks) and there are several interior squeaks and rattles. I was spoiled with a 97 4runner that was bulletproof (not a squeak), but the current generation is late in its design cycle, so I steered away. I also had a great experience with my 01 Maxima, which led me to stay with Nissan. I have my doubts about the longevity of this Pathfinder, and I hope there's a recall soon for the transmission. Time will only tell if I made a mistake straying from the 4runner.